Job type
PermanentLocation
LeedsWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Hr GeneralistIndustry
AutomotivePay
£35-40k depending on experience
ER Advisor - Yorkshire
Are you passionate about creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture? Do you thrive on supporting managers and colleagues through complex employee relations matters? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a HR/ ER Advisor to join one of our clients.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping a trusted and supportive working environment, aligning organisational strategy with colleague needs, and continuously improving people practices across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Champion an inclusive working environment, coaching managers to foster spaces where colleagues can thrive.
- Lead on employee relations casework including conflict resolution, investigations, disciplinary hearings, absence and performance management, and organisational change.
- Ensure all ER processes are compliant with employment legislation and company values, minimising risk and protecting reputation.
- Provide commercially sound, coaching-based advice to managers and the wider People team.
- Deliver engaging training sessions on ER topics to build capability across the business.
- Identify and escalate ER risks and trends, and take ownership of agreed actions.
- Support escalated casework including early conciliation, ET3 forms, and Employment Tribunal bundles.
- Maintain accurate ER data and trackers, using insights to drive continuous improvement.
- Contribute to the development of ER policies and resources for managers and colleagues.
- Lead and support on ER-related projects that add value to the colleague experience.
What We’re Looking For:
- A values-driven professional with strong experience in employee relations.
- Confident in coaching and influencing managers at all levels.
- Skilled in managing complex casework with a pragmatic and commercial approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyse data and trends to inform decision-making.
- Experience working collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders.
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and best practice.
